Informational

Over the last few years, we have heard much about endocrine disruptors and where they originate.  Usually, it is found somewhere in our environment — food, water, plastics.  In this…

Since the Flint Water Crisis, many other cities have been deemed “the next Flint” when, in fact, no city in the United States should experience unsafe drinking water.  While Congress…

Did you know that Americans have consumed an increasing amount of drugs in recent years?  For most drugs, our bodies can metabolize approximately 90 percent of it, but for others,…

An odorless and tasteless metallic element, chromium, is discovered in rocks, plants, soil, volcanic dust, and animals.  There are two types of chromium commonly found in the environment — chromium…

Whether it was the Tubbs Wildfire in Santa Rosa, the Camp Fire that destroyed Paradise, or the recent CZU Lightning fires in the Santa Cruz Mountains, traces of volatile organic…

While most people understand that hard water can clog up pipes, faucets, and shower heads, did you know that soap scum can do the same to your pores? As hardness…

As Americans grow increasingly knowledgeable about the hard water they’re experiencing, we’ve witnessed an uptick of water softeners being installed in residences, restaurants, country clubs, and hotels. Why is it…

  Signs such as: brittle hair, dry skin, inefficient water-using appliances, and mineral deposits — are among many indications of hard water. Experienced by more than 85 percent of Americans,…

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs), what are they? Often found in man-made chemicals that are utilized and produced in the manufacturing of paints, pharmaceutical, and refrigerants, VOCs are characterized as compounds with high vapor pressure and low…